US issues warning to Italy on China economic initiative

The U.S. issued an indirect warning to Italy on Saturday for its coziness with China.

Daniel Jativa

Washington Examiner

The European Union country is weighing sign ing up with China’s global economic effort, called the Belt and Road Initiative.

“Italy is a major global economy and a great investment destination. Endorsing BRI lends legitimacy to China’s predatory approach to investment and will bring no benefits to the Italian people,” the tweet said.